Young People’s Theatre

The Young People’s Theatre is live theater performed by national touring companies geared for specific age groups, open to school children and home-schooled students. Each year this series has provided opportunities for thousands of school age children to attend outstanding performances of an enriching and educational nature.

2018-19 Young People’s Theatre Lineup

Biscuit

Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Grades PreK – 19:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.Little Girl is thrilled when she receives Biscuit as a birthday present, but will this rambunctious puppy learn how to behave and accept being part of a family? Based on the iconic series of books by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and illustrator Pat Schories, ArtsPower’s popular musical features a frolicking little puppy who loves exploring, making new friends, and even stirring up some mischief. With over 23 million books in print, Biscuit is a modern classic!Curriculum connections: Family Relationships, Literature-Based, Values-Based

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Thursday, February 7, 2019
Grades 2 – 39:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.Music & Lyrics by Bruce Craig Miller • Based on the book by Philip and Erin SteadAmos McGee is as kindly and conscientious a zookeeper as you will find. Day after day he demonstrates the perfect way to bond with each of his friends: running races with the tortoise, spending quiet time with the timid penguin, and being always there with a handkerchief when one is needed by the sniffling elephant. When one day Amos himself feels under the weather and must remain home in his bed, the animals must decide together what they can do to return the favor.
Subjects: Art, Family Ties, Reading, Language Arts, Literary Classic, Music, Self-Esteem, Character Development

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